Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Ukraine shifts drone warfare strategy under Madyar's command
Following the appointment of Robert "Madyar" Brovdi as the head of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces (USF), Ukrainian drone operators have reportedly changed their targets. According to Russian war correspondents, the primary focus is now on neutralizing Russian drone crews. The shift sees Ukrainian forces directing their efforts towards identifying and eliminating these operators rather than disrupting logistics lines.
Russian military bloggers indicate that this change in strategy marks a …
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Ukraine's domestic radar systems strengthen aerial defense against Russian drones
In Ukraine, tactical radar systems are already in production, playing a crucial role in the detection of Russian drones. Ukrainian anti drone units utilize these radars as part of their aerial defense systems. These compact radars, capable of tracking a target's position and altitude, are among the essential components of drone-based air defense. According to consultant Taras Timochko from the "Come Back Alive" fund in an interview with Mezha.Media, there is particularly high demand within the …
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Russian forces face obstacles in Dnipro river crossing
In recent developments on the southern front, the Russian military prepares for a likely offensive in the forthcoming days, potentially altering the dynamics in the region. According to reports, Russian forces are enhancing their presence on the Kinburn and Tendrovsk Spits.
While the situation in the south remains intricate, it is under control. In Zaporizhzhia, near the towns of Hulyaipole and Orikhiv, Russian forces are actively utilizing aviation and conducting artillery strikes, said …
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French company Parrot debuts ANAFI UKR recon drone for Ukrainian military at Paris air show
French company Parrot showcased its compact reconnaissance quadcopter, the ANAFI UKR, at the Paris Air Show, adapted to meet the Ukrainian Armed Forces' specific requirements. Designed to tackle challenges in conflict zones, this drone addresses issues such as the widespread use of electronic warfare systems (EW) and disruptions to GPS satellite navigation signals across the front line.
Reports indicate the ANAFI UKR operates where larger systems might fail: urban settings, challenging …
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Germany's new military strategy identifies Russia as 'existential risk', predicts possible NATO confrontation by 2029
In a significant shift outlined in the newly updated "Military Strategy of the German Armed Forces," Germany has now flagged Russia as a source of "existential risks," according to a report from Der Spiegel.
Crafted over 18 months by military officials and experts, the strategy delivers a sobering threat analysis suggesting a possible direct military confrontation between Russia and NATO by 2029. As reported by Der Spiegel, this foreboding scenario is compounded by Russia’s military expansion …
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Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt operations at major Russian defense plant in Tula
Ukrainian drones have disrupted operations at a key Russian defense plant in Tula, impeding the production of precision weaponry for Russia's military. The attack on the Shipunov Instrument Design Bureau marks a critical blow to one of Russia's eminent defense manufacturers. Reports from Russian outlet ASTRA, citing informed sources, reveal that the facility was targeted twice within a span of three days.
The initial strike occurred on June 18, when five Ukrainian drones breached the plant's …
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Putin calls Russians and Ukrainians 'one people,' asserts possible expansion beyond occupied regions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his belief that Russians and Ukrainians are "one people," suggesting that in this sense, all of Ukraine is part of Russia. However, Putin acknowledged current realities, stating that some people desire sovereignty. "We have never denied the Ukrainian people's right to independence and sovereignty. But the principles of sovereignty imply that Ukraine is a non-aligned, non-nuclear, and neutral state," said the Russian leader, according to reports by …
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EU prepares Schengen zone entry bans for Russians involved in Ukraine war
The European Union is preparing a legislative framework to impose movement restrictions on Russian citizens.
On June 19, interior ministers from several European countries met in Estonia, reaching a preliminary decision to ban Russians who have fought in Ukraine from entering the Schengen Zone.
Estonia's Minister of the Interior, Igor Taro, stated that Europe needs to establish a firm stance regarding Russians who have fought in Ukraine. He reminded that hundreds of thousands of Russian …
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Peskov: Russia to continue its military operation in Ukraine
In the wake of negotiations in Istanbul, Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov reiterated Russia's commitment to continuing its military campaign against Ukraine until its objectives are met. Peskov explained to Russian media that political-diplomatic avenues for resolving the conflict are currently unfeasible.
"Discussions regarding a Ukrainian settlement cannot take place in the public domain; they must occur in a 'mode of silence'," Peskov emphasized.
Notably, Ukrainian First …
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Russian tank column obliterated near Kostyantynivka amid crumbling offensive
A mechanized assault by Russian troops on the Kostyantynivka front has ended in a crushing defeat, exhausting Russia's resources as its command scrambles to patch up the situation. According to military expert Oleksandr Kovalenko, the assault involved approximately 15 armored vehicles and up to 10 light tanks. However, the outcome was catastrophic: all of the equipment was obliterated by the Ukrainian defense, utilizing methods ranging from FPV drones to Javelin anti-tank missiles. "The …